Court Strikes Down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
A federal judge struck down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it an illegal tax only Congress can impose. What the decision means for colleges and hiring.
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62 Lawmakers Demand Education Department Act on Student Loan Default Crisis
62 lawmakers led by Warren and Merkley press the Education Department to defuse the student loan default cliff, with 9 million now in default. Answers due June 22.
Universities Cut Jobs and Degrees as International Graduate Students Vanish in 2026
International graduate enrollment fell again in 2026, triggering layoffs, deficits, and program cuts at DePaul, UNT, and UT-Arlington as visa rules tighten.
What “Meeting 100% of Demonstrated Need” Actually Means at U.S. Colleges
Colleges define need with different formulas and meet it with grants, loans, and work-study. Learn how to read past the aid letter language.
House Spending Bill Would Eliminate Subsidized Student Loans To Pay For Pell
House FY27 spending bill would eliminate subsidized student loans after July 2027 to fund a $50 Pell Grant increase, raising potential debt by $6,000 per borrower.
Education Line Of Credit vs. Private Student Loans
An education line of credit can help you pay for all four years of college with just one loan application. Here’s what you should know and how they compare to private student loans.
This Week In College And Money News: June 5, 2026
The OBBBA rollout is delaying loans for med and vet students just weeks before July 1, plus Harvard and Ursinus College all cut staff.
CARL App Review: Digital Hedge Fund Investing For Accredited Investors
CARL gives accredited investors access to alternative investment funds with a $20,000 minimum and a streamlined online platform.
Pledged Asset Line (PAL): Borrow With A Portfolio Line Of Credit
Here’s how you can use a margin loan to borrow from your investment portfolio as an alternative to a HELOC or other credit.
Vet and Medical Students Face Loan Disbursement Delays as OBBBA Rollout Stalls Aid
Veterinary and medical students starting summer programs face federal loan disbursement delays as schools rush to implement OBBBA changes.
Renters Insurance for Off-Campus Students: What It Costs and Why It’s Worth It
Off campus college students have different considerations for renters insurance once they leave the dorms.